1st Edition

Navigating Supply Chain Cyber Risk A Comprehensive Guide to Managing Third Party Cyber Risk

By Ariel Evans, Ajay Singh, Alex Golbin Copyright 2025
232 Pages 8 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

232 Pages 8 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

232 Pages 8 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

Cybersecurity is typically viewed as the boogeyman, and vendors are responsible for 63% of reported data breaches in organisations. And as businesses grow, they will use more and more third parties to provide specialty services. Typical cybersecurity training programs focus on phishing awareness and email hygiene. This is not enough. Navigating Supply Chain Cyber Risk: A Comprehensive Guide to... Read more

 Part I: The Case for Supply Chain Cyber Risk Management, 1: The Extended Enterprise, 2: Know Your Supply Chain, 3: Notable Supply Chain Cyber Events, 4: Challenges in Vendor Cyber Risk Management, Part II: Vendor Cyber Risk Management- Regulations and Compliance, 5: Vendor Cybersecurity Regulations, 6: HIPAA and Vendor Cyber Risk Management, 7: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), 8: California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), 9: New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) Part 500, 10: Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), 11: Frameworks and Certifications,12: Attestations and Assessment Utilities, 13: SOC 2 Report, Part III: Building the Vendor Cyber Risk Management Program, 14: Preparation, 15: Due Diligence, 16: Risk Assessments, 17: Vendor Risk Quantification, 18: The Role of Policy & Procedure, 19: Internal Audit, 20: Third-Party Vendor Audit, Part IV: Future Perspectives in Vendor Cyber Risk Management, 21: The Way Forward

Biography

Ariel Evans is a senior cybersecurity expert, serial entrepreneur, and award-winning author. She is the chairperson of the cybersecurity continuing education programs at Seton Hall University and Pace University and has been on the front lines of cybersecurity as a former CISO, and Cyber Risk Manager.

Ajay Singh is a Professor of Practice, corporate advisor, Fellow at the Institute of Directors, Former CEO, and award-winning author.

Alex Golbin is a Senior Financial Services Executive with over two decades of leading Risk Management, Enterprise Resiliency, Operations and Technology Transformation, Global Technology, Business Process Improvement, and leveraging state-of-the-art technology.

"In a world where cyber risks are ever-evolving, Navigating Supply Chain Cyber Risk by Ariel Evans, Ajay Singh and Alex Golbin emerges as a vital resource. This book provides a clear and comprehensive roadmap for understanding, mitigating, and responding to third party cyber risks. Whether you're a seasoned security professional or just starting out, Evans, Singh and Golbin's insightful guidance empowers you to navigate the complex digital landscape. Here's what particularly impressed me:

  • Practical and actionable: Navigating Supply Chain Cyber Risk goes beyond theory, offering practical steps and real-world examples to fortify your defenses.
  • Accessible and engaging: The writing style is clear and engaging, making complex topics understandable for a broad audience.
  • Comprehensive coverage: This book delves into a wide range of third party cyber risks, from data breaches to malware attacks, providing a holistic view of the threat landscape.

If you're looking to build a resilient and secure digital environment, Navigating Supply Chain Cyber Risk is a must-read."

Dr. Yoav Intrator, Chief Product Officer, RiskQ

“In an era where digital threats loom large over the intricate web of global supply chains, Navigating Supply Chain Cyber Risk emerges as a beacon of insight and practical wisdom. This book makes essential reading for anyone looking to navigate the complex intersection of supply chain management and cybersecurity. With its clear explanations, real-world examples, and actionable strategies, it equips professionals with requisite tools to protect their critical operations against cyber threats. A timely and valuable contribution to the field.”

Nagendra Aswatha, Asst. Professor, Operations & Supply Chain Management